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Approximate Lottery Annual Schedule

Approximate Lottery Dates
Season Approximate Date
Applications Online
Approximate
Application Deadline
Approximate Date
Results Available
Spring Turkey Late January Early February Late February
Moose, Elk, Bighorn Sheep Early March Late March *Mid-April
Deer Early May Early June Late June
Pronghorn Mid-July Early August Mid-August
Swan Mid-July Early August Mid-August
Fall Turkey Mid-August Early September Mid-September

* The bighorn sheep lottery will not be held until the fall after all population surveys have been completed and an appropriate amount of licenses based on population is determined.